Latitude x300 PDF

Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
Dell™ Latitude™ X300 Service Manual

Before You Begin
Dell Diagnostics
System Components
Battery
Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules
Keyboard
Palm Rest
Hard Drive
Hinge Covers and Display Assembly
Keyboard Tray
Reserve Battery
Speakers
Bluetooth™ Module
Cooling Fan
Battery Latches
System Board
Flashing the BIOS
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors
Mini Recommended Spares List
Notes, Notices, and Cautions

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you make better use
of your computer.
NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of

data and tells you how to avoid the problem.
CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage,

personal injury, or death.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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Before You Begin: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
Back to Contents Page
Before You Begin

Recommended Tools
Shutting Down Your Computer
Computer Orientation
Screw Identification Placemat
This section provides procedures for removing and installing the components in your
computer. Unless otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following
conditions exist:
● You have performed the steps in "Shutting Down Your Computer."
● You have read the safety information in your System Information Guide.
Recommended Tools
The procedures in this document may require the following tools:
● Small flat-blade screwdriver
● Phillips screwdriver
● Small plastic scribe
● Flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD
Shutting Down Your Computer

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Use the following safety guidelines to help protect your computer from potential
damage and to ensure your own personal safety.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow
the safety instructions in the System Information Guide.
NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your

computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered
by your warranty.
CAUTION: Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the
components or contacts on a card. Hold a card by its edges or by its
metal mounting bracket. Hold a component such as a microprocessor by
its edges, not by its pins.
NOTICE: When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain-
relief loop, not on the cable itself. Some cables have a connector with locking
tabs; if you are disconnecting this type of cable, press in on the locking tabs
before you disconnect the cable. As you pull connectors apart, keep them
evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you connect a
cable, ensure that both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the computer, perform the following steps before
you begin working inside the computer.
1. Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent the computer cover
from being scratched.
2. Shut down the computer.
3. Ensure that the computer and any attached devices are turned off. If your
computer and attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut
down your computer, press and hold the power button for 4 seconds.
4. If the computer is connected to a media base (docked), undock it. See the
documentation that came with your media base for instructions.
NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your
computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack.
5. Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.

6. Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets,
and then press the power button to ground the system board.
NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall
jack and then plug it into the computer.
7. Remove any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot.
8. Remove any installed Secure Digital memory card from the Secure Digital
memory slot.
9. Close the display and turn the computer upside down on a flat work surface.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main
battery before you service the computer.
10. Slide and hold the battery-bay latch release on the bottom of the computer, and
then remove the battery from the bay.

1 battery latch release (2) G0767
11. Remove any installed modules, including a second battery, if installed.
12. Remove the hard drive.
Computer Orientation
1 front
2 left
3 back
4 right

Screw Identification Placemat

When you are removing and replacing components, photocopy the placemat as a tool
to lay out and keep track of the screws. The placemat provides the number of screws
and their sizes.
NOTICE: When reinstalling a screw, you must use a screw of the correct
diameter and length. Ensure that the screw is properly aligned with its
corresponding hole, and avoid overtightening.

Keyboard: Palm Rest:
(4 each) (9 each)
Display Assembly: Keyboard Tray:
(2 each) (5 each)
Hard Drive: System Board:
(4 each) (3 each)

Modem Card: Cooling Fan:
(1 each) (4 each)
Speakers: Bluetooth™ Module
(1 each) (1 each)

Dell Diagnostics: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
Dell Diagnostics
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics

Starting the Dell Diagnostics
When to Use the Dell Diagnostics

If you experience a problem with your computer, perform the checks in the "Solving
Problems" section in your User's Guide or Owner's Manual and run the Dell Diagnostics
before you contact Dell for technical assistance. Running the Dell Diagnostics may
help you resolve the problem without contacting Dell. If you do contact Dell, the test
results can provide important information for Dell's service and support personnel.
The Dell Diagnostics allows you to:
● Perform tests on one or all devices.
● Select tests based on a symptom of the problem you are having.
● Choose how many times a test is run.
● Suspend testing if an error is detected.
● Access help information that describes the tests and devices.
● Receive status messages that tell you whether tests completed successfully.
● Receive error messages if problems are detected.
Starting the Dell Diagnostics
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It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin.
NOTICE: Use the Dell Diagnostics to test your Dell™ computer only. Using this
program with other computers can result in error messages.
The Dell Diagnostics is located on a hidden diagnostic utility partition on your hard
drive.
NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell.
1. Shut down the computer.
3. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet.
4. Turn on the computer. When the DELL™ logo appears, press

<F12>immediately.
NOTE: If you cannot see anything on your display, hold down the mute button
and press the computer's power button to begin the Dell Diagnostics. The
computer automatically runs the Pre-boot System Assessment.
NOTE: If you see a message stating that no diagnostics utility partition has
been found, run the Dell Diagnostics from your Drivers and Utilities CD.
If you wait too long and the Microsoft® Windows® logo appears, continue to wait
until you see the Windows desktop. Then shut down your computer through the
Start menu and try again.
5. When the boot device list appears, highlight Diagnostics and press <Enter>.
The computer runs the Pre-boot System Assessment, a series of initial tests of
your system board, keyboard, hard drive, and display.
● During the assessment, answer any questions that appear.
● If a failure is detected, the computer stops and beeps. To stop the

assessment and restart the computer, press <N>; to continue to the next

test, press <Y>; to retest the component that failed, press <R>.
● If failures are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write

down the error code(s) and contact Dell before continuing on to the Dell
Diagnostics.
If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, you receive the

message Booting Dell Diagnostic Utility Partition. Press any key to
continue.
6. Press any key to start the Dell Diagnostics from the diagnostics utility partition
on your hard drive.
7. When the Dell Diagnostics Main Menu appears, select the test you want to run.
Dell Diagnostics Main Menu

1. After the Dell Diagnostics loads and the Main Menu screen appears, click the
button for the option you want.
Option Function
Express Test Performs a quick test of devices. This test typically takes 10 to 20
minutes and requires no interaction on your part. Run Express Test
first to increase the possibility of tracing the problem quickly.
Extended Test Performs a thorough check of devices. This test typically takes an
hour or more and requires you to answer questions periodically.
Custom Test Tests a specific device. You can customize the tests you want to run.
Symptom Tree Lists the most common symptoms encountered and allows you to
select a test based on the symptom of the problem you are having.
2. If a problem is encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code

and a description of the problem. Write down the error code and problem
description and follow the instructions on the screen.
If you cannot resolve the error condition, contact Dell. See your User's Guide or

Owner's Manual for contact information.
NOTE: The Service Tag for your computer is located at the top of each test
screen. If you contact Dell, technical support will ask for your Service Tag.
3. If you run a test from the Custom Test or Symptom Tree option, click the
applicable tab described in the following table for more information.
Tab Function
Results Displays the results of the test and any error conditions encountered.
Errors Displays error conditions encountered, error codes, and the problem
description.
Help Describes the test and may indicate requirements for running the
test.
Configuration Displays your hardware configuration for the selected device.
The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices

from the system setup program, memory, and various internal tests,
and it displays the information in the device list in the left pane of the
screen. The device list may not display the names of all the
components installed on your computer or all devices attached to
your computer.
Parameters Allows you to customize the test by changing the test settings.
4. When the tests are complete, close the test screen to return to the Main Menu
screen. To exit the Dell Diagnostics and restart the computer, close the Main
Menu screen.

System Components: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
System Components
NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your

computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered
by your warranty.
NOTICE: Unless otherwise noted, each procedure in this manual assumes that a
part can be replaced by performing the removal procedure in reverse order.
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System Components: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
1 display 8 speakers (2) 7C552

2 hinge covers (2) see Mini RSL 9 reserve battery W2662
3 keyboard tray 10 Bluetooth™ module 2U381

4 battery M0270 11 system board see Mini RSL
5 cooling fan D2589 12 palm rest G0808

6 hard drive see Mini RSL 13 keyboard 5Y730
7 bottom case see Mini RSL
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Battery: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
Battery
Removing a Battery
Installing the Battery
Removing a Battery
CAUTION: Before performing these procedures, disconnect the modem
from the telephone wall jack.
NOTICE: If you choose to replace the battery with the computer in standby
mode, you have up to 1 minute to complete the battery replacement. The
computer will shut down shortly after this.
1. Ensure that the computer is turned off, suspended in a power management

mode, or connected to an electrical outlet.
3. Slide the battery latch releases on the bottom of the computer and remove the
battery from the bay.
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1 battery latch release (2) G0767
Installing the Battery

To install the battery, slide the battery or the optional extended battery into the bay
until the latch release clicks.

1 optional extended battery Y0037

Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card Modules: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
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Memory, Modem, and Mini PCI Card

Modules
Adding Memory
Replacing a Modem
Adding a Mini PCI Card
Adding Memory
You can increase your computer memory by installing a memory module on the
system board. See the "Specifications" section in your System Information Guide for
information on the memory supported by your computer. Be sure to add only a
memory module that is intended for your computer.
NOTE: Memory modules purchased from Dell are covered under your computer
warranty.
1. Ensure that the work surface is flat and clean to prevent scratching the
computer cover.
2. Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the
computer.
3. If the computer is connected to the media base (docked), undock it. See the
4. Disconnect the computer from the electrical outlet.
5. Wait 10 to 20 seconds, and then disconnect any attached devices.
6. Remove any installed PC Cards and battery.
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NOTICE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins
and contacts. Ground yourself by touching a metal connector on the back of the
computer. Continue to ground yourself periodically during this procedure.
7. Turn the computer over, unscrew both captive screw(s) from the memory
module/Mini PCI/modem cover, and remove the cover.
1 captive screw (2)

2 memory module cover H0164
NOTICE: To prevent damage to the memory module connector, do not use

tools to spread the memory module securing clips.

8. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing module.
NOTICE: Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins
a. Use your fingertips to carefully spread apart the securing clips on each end
of the memory module connector until the module pops up.
b. Remove the module from the connector.
1 memory module see Mini RSL
2 securing clips (2)

9. Ground yourself and install the new memory module:
a. Align the notch in the module edge connector with the tab in the center of
the connector slot.
b. Slide the module firmly into the slot at a 45-degree angle, and rotate the
module down until it clicks into place. If you do not hear the click, remove
the module and reinstall it.
NOTE: If the memory module is not installed properly, the computer may not
boot properly. No error message indicates this failure.
1 memory module see Mini RSL
2 connector
10. Replace the cover.

NOTICE: If the cover is difficult to close, remove the module and reinstall it.
Forcing the cover to close may damage your computer.
1 captive screw (2)

2 memory module cover H0164
11. Insert the battery into the battery bay, or connect the AC adapter to your
computer and an electrical outlet.
12. Turn on the computer.
As the computer boots, it detects the additional memory and automatically

updates the system configuration information.

To confirm the amount of memory installed in the computer:
● In the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system, click the Start button, click
Help and Support, and then click Computer Information.
● In Windows 2000, right-click the My Computer icon on your desktop, and then
click the General tab.
Replacing a Modem
CAUTION: Before performing any of the procedures listed below, read
and follow the safety instructions in the System Information Guide.
computer cover.
2. Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and then shut down the
computer.
documentation that came with the media base for instructions.
5. Wait 10 to 20 seconds and then disconnect any attached devices.
6. Remove any installed PC Cards or blanks, battery, and devices.
NOTICE: Handle modules by their edges, and do not touch the components on
a module. Ground yourself by touching a metal connector on the back of the
computer, and continue to do so periodically during this procedure.
7. Turn the computer over and loosen the two captive screws on the modem cover,
and remove the cover.

1 captive screw (2)

2 cover
8. If a modem is not already installed, go to step 10.
9. If you are replacing a modem, remove the existing modem:
a. Remove the screw securing the modem to the system board, and set it
aside.
b. Pull straight up on the attached pull-tab to lift the modem out of its
connector on the system board, and disconnect the modem cable.

1 modem cable connector

2 modem Y0231
3 modem screw
4 system board connector
10. Connect the modem cable to the modem.
NOTICE: The connectors are keyed to ensure correct insertion. If you feel
resistance, check the connectors and realign the card.
11. Align the modem with the screw hole and press the modem into the connector
on the system board.
12. Install the screw to secure the modem to the system board.

13. Replace the cover.
Adding a Mini PCI Card

If you ordered a Mini PCI card with your computer, the card is already installed.
CAUTION: Before performing any of the procedures listed below, read

and follow the safety instructions in the System Information Guide.
computer cover.
2. Save and close any open files, exit any open programs, and shut down the
computer.
documentation that came with the media base for instructions.
5. Wait 10 to 20 seconds and then disconnect any attached devices.
6. Remove any installed PC Card or blanks, battery, and devices.
NOTICE: Handle modules and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins
7. Turn the computer over, and loosen both the captive screw(s) from the Mini PCI
card cover and remove the cover.

1 captive screw (2)

2 cover
8. If a Mini PCI card is not already installed, go to step 10.
9. If you are replacing a Mini PCI card, remove the existing card:
a. Disconnect the Mini PCI card from the attached cables.

1 cable connectors
b. Release the Mini PCI card by spreading the metal securing tabs until the
card pops up slightly.

1 latch releases
2 MPCI card
c. Lift the Mini PCI card out of its connector.
NOTICE: To avoid damaging the Mini PCI card, never place cables on top of or
under the card.
10. To replace a Mini PCI card, align the card with the connector at a 45-degree
angle, and press the Mini PCI card into the connector.
11. Lower the Mini PCI card toward the inner tabs to approximately a 20-degree
angle.
12. Continue lowering the Mini PCI card until it snaps into the inner tabs of the
connector.

1 connector
2 Mini PCI card N0498
13. Connect the antenna cable to the antenna connector on the Mini PCI card.
NOTICE: The connectors are keyed for correct insertion. If you feel resistance,
check the connectors and realign the card.

1 cable connector
14. Replace the cover and tighten the screws.

Keyboard: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
Keyboard
Removing the Keyboard

Replacing the Keyboard
Removing the Keyboard

NOTICE: Disconnect the computer and any attached devices from electrical
outlets.
NOTICE: To avoid ESD, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by

touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer.
NOTICE: Read "Before You Begin" before performing the following procedure.
1. Remove the battery.
2. Remove the four M2 x 4-mm screws labeled with an arrow from the bottom of
the computer.
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1 M2 x 4-mm screws (4) 98MKC
NOTICE: The keycaps on the keyboard are fragile, easily dislodged, and time-
consuming to replace. Be careful when removing and handling the keyboard.
3. Turn the computer over, and insert a ¼-inch flat-blade screwdriver into the slot
to the right of the keyboard locator tab.

1 keyboard locator tab
4. Pry up the keyboard locator tab, and the keyboard pops up.
5. Pull the keyboard a small distance toward the front of the computer to release
the four securing tabs located across the back edge of the keyboard.
6. Rotate the keyboard toward the front of the computer and place it face-down on
the palm rest.
NOTICE: Do not pull on the keyboard flex cable.
7. Open the ZIF connector on the system board by pulling the ZIF connector tabs
toward the back of the computer.

1 ZIF connector
2 keyboard flex cable
3 ZIF connector tabs (2)
8. Remove the keyboard flex cable from the ZIF connector.
9. Lift the keyboard up and out of the computer.
Replacing the Keyboard

1. Place the keyboard face-down on the palm rest, with the keyboard flex cable
pointing toward the back of the computer.
NOTICE: To avoid damage to the connector pins, insert the keyboard flex cable
evenly into the ZIF connector on the system board, and do not reverse the
keyboard flex cable.
2. Ensure that the ZIF connector is open by pulling the ZIF connector tabs toward
the back of the computer.
3. Press the keyboard flex cable into the ZIF connector.
4. Close the ZIF connector by pushing the ZIF connector tabs toward the front of
the computer.
To aid with proper flex cable connection, a locator line has been added near the
end of the flex cable. Press the cable into the connector until the line disappears
and hold the cable steady while you close the ZIF connector. (The white line may
reappear after the connector is closed, which should not indicate a problem with
the connection.)
NOTICE: Position the keyboard flex cable so that it is not pinched when you
replace the keyboard in the bottom case.
5. Rotate the keyboard back and fit it into the bottom case.
6. Ensure that all four keyboard securing tabs are engaged in their respective slots
before trying to completely seat the keyboard. Press down on the left and right
<Alt> keys to help control tab/slot alignment.
When the keyboard appears to be completely seated, confirm that the front edge
of the keyboard is aligned with the edge of the palm rest before proceeding.
7. Replace the four M2 x 4-mm screws on the bottom of the computer.


Palm Rest: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
Palm Rest
Removing the Palm Rest

Replacing the Palm Rest
Removing the Palm Rest

outlets.

2. Remove the keyboard.
3. Turn the computer over, and remove the three M2 x 4-mm screws from the
bottom of the computer.
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4. Turn the computer over, and open the display.
5. Remove the six M2 x 4-mm screws on the palm rest.

6. Lift up and rotate the palm rest forward.
7. Lift the ZIF connector, and disconnect the palm-rest flex cable from its ZIF
connector on the system board.

1 palm-rest flex cable

2 ZIF connector
3 palm rest
8. Lift the palm rest up and out of the computer.
Replacing the Palm Rest

To aid with proper flex cable connection, a locator line has been added near the end of
the palm-rest flex cable. When replacing the palm-rest flex cable, press the cable into
the connector until the line aligns with the system board and hold it steady while you
snap the ZIF connector down. (The locator line may reappear after the connector is

closed, which should not indicate a problem with the connection.)

Hard Drive: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
Hard Drive
Removing the Hard Drive

Replacing the Hard Drive
Removing the Hard Drive

outlets.

3. Remove the palm rest.
4. Loosen the four M2 x 5.5-mm screws that secure the hard drive to the bottom
case.
Rubber grommets secure each screw to the hard drive so that you do not need to
completely remove the screws.
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1 hard drive connector

2 hard drive see Mini RSL
3 M2 x 5.5-mm screws (4) 6K709
5. Disconnect the hard drive connector from the system board.
6. Lift the hard drive up and out of the bottom case.
Replacing the Hard Drive

1. Connect the hard drive connector to the system board.
2. Position the hard drive on the bottom case and tighten the four M2 x 5.5-mm
screws to the bottom case.
NOTE: The rubber grommets help you avoid overtightening the screws.

Hinge Covers and Display Assembly: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
Hinge Covers and Display Assembly

Hinge Covers
Display Assembly
Hinge Covers
Removing the Hinge Covers
2. On the inside of the battery bay, use your fingers to unhook the hinge covers
from the back of the computer.
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1 hinge covers (2) see Mini RSL
3. Open the display 180 degrees.
4. Push up on the hinge covers to remove them from the computer.
Replacing the Hinge Covers

1. Open the computer all the way (180 degrees) so that it lies flat against your
work surface.
2. Place the hinge covers over the display hinges:
a. The left hinge cover fits over the power button. Both hinge covers pass
through the display hinges to the back of the computer.
b. Ensure that the two securing tabs on the outer edge of each hinge cover
are engaged in their respective slots.

3. Press down on the top of each hinge cover to snap the hinge covers into place.
4. Close the display.
5. Press the back of each hinge cover into the back of the computer.
NOTE: The back of each hinge cover has a tab that snaps into a slot on the
back of the computer.
Display Assembly
Removing the Display Assembly
outlets.

3. Turn the computer over, and remove the two M3 x 5-mm screws from the
bottom of the computer.

1 M3 x 5-mm screws (2) 7T775
4. Turn the computer over and open the display 180 degrees.

1 M2 x 6-mm screws (2) 8T707
5. Remove the two M2 x 6-mm screws near the display hinges on the top of the
computer.
6. Disconnect both the antenna connectors.
NOTICE: Do not pull on the signal cable. Pull the signal connector to disconnect
the cables.
7. Disconnect the signal cable from the system board.
8. If a tape secures the signal connector, remove it and disconnect the signal cable
from the system board.

1 antenna connector
2 signal cable
3 signal connector
9. Remove the display assembly out of the bottom case.
Replacing the Display

1. Replace the display assembly into the bottom case and open the display 180
degrees.
2. Replace the two M2 x 6-mm screws by the display hinges on the top of the
computer.

3. Connect both the antenna connectors, matching the color codes.
4. Connect the signal cable to the system board.
5. If a tape secured the signal connector, replace it and connect the signal cable to
the system board.
6. Close the display and turn the computer over.
7. Replace the two M3 x 5-mm screws from the bottom of the computer.
8. Replace the keyboard.
9. Replace the battery.

Keyboard Tray: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
Keyboard Tray
Removing the Keyboard Tray

Replacing the Keyboard Tray
Removing the Keyboard Tray

outlets.

4. Remove the hinge covers.
5. Remove the display assembly.
6. Remove the five M2 x 4-mm screws that secure the keyboard tray to the system
board.
NOTE: Each keyboard tray screw has an arrow beside it.
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1 keyboard tray
7. Lift the keyboard tray up and slip out the antenna cables before lifting the tray
out of the bottom case.
Replacing the Keyboard Tray

1. Replace the keyboard tray.
2. Route the antenna cables through the oval opening on the keyboard tray.

1 antenna cable connectors

2 oval opening on keyboard tray
3. Reinstall the five M2 x 4-mm screws that secure the keyboard tray to the
system board.

Reserve Battery: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
Reserve Battery
Removing the Reserve Battery

Replacing the Reserve Battery
Removing the Reserve Battery

outlets.

NOTICE: Do not pull on the reserve battery cable. Pull from the reserve battery
connector to disconnect the cable.
4. Disconnect the reserve battery cable from the system board connector.
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1 reserve battery W2662

2 reserve battery cable
3 reserve battery connector
5. Disconnect the speaker cables.
6. Pry the reserve battery free from the bottom case. The reserve battery is
attached to the bottom case with a piece of adhesive tape.
7. Remove any remnants of the adhesive tape from the bottom case.

Replacing the Reserve Battery

1. Connect the reserve battery connector to the system board connector.
2. Press the reserve battery into place on the bottom case.
3. Ensure that the cable is routed correctly as shown to avoid damaging the cable.
1 reserve battery cable
4. Connect the speaker cables.

1 speaker cables
2 speakers see Mini RSL
5. Update the CMOS settings.

Speakers: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
Speakers
Removing the Speakers
outlets.

4. Remove the M2 x 4-mm screw that secures the speaker to the bottom case.
NOTE: The left and right speakers are interchangeable.
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(1 per speaker)
2 speaker connector
(1 per speaker)
3 M2 x 4-mm screw 98MKC
(1 per speaker)
4 speaker cable
(1 per speaker)
5 speakers (2) see Mini RSL
NOTICE: Do not pull on the speaker cable. Pull from the speaker connector to
disconnect the cable.
5. Disconnect the speaker cable from the system board connector.
NOTICE: Handle the speakers with care to avoid damaging them.
6. Remove the speaker by pulling it straight up and out of the bottom case.


Bluetooth™ Module: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
Bluetooth™ Module
Replacing the Bluetooth Module
1. Remove the M2 x 5-mm screw.
2. Disconnect the cable from the system board.
3. Lift the assembly out.
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1 M2 x 5-mm screw
2 Bluetooth module 2U381
3 Bluetooth module cable
4 connector on system board
4. To replace the Bluetooth module:
a. Replace the assembly.
b. Connect the cable to the system board.
c. Replace the screw.


Cooling Fan: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
Cooling Fan
Removing the Cooling Fan
outlets.

4. Remove the four M2 x 3-mm screws that secure the cooling fan to the system
board.
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1 M2 x 3-mm screws (4) 2013T

2 cooling fan D2589
3 cooling fan cable
4 cooling fan connector
5. Remove the tape that secures the cooling fan cable to the fan.
NOTICE: Do not pull on the cooling fan cable. Pull from the cooling fan
connector to disconnect the cable.

6. Disconnect the cooling fan cable from the system board connector.
7. Lift the cooling fan up and out of the bottom case.

Battery Latches: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
Battery Latches
Removing the Battery Latches

Replacing the Battery Latches
Removing the Battery Latches

outlets.

6. Remove the keyboard tray.
8. Remove the memory module.
9. Remove the Mini PCI card, if present.
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10. Remove the modem card, if present.
11. Remove the system board.
12. On the inside of the bottom case, use your fingers to unhook the latch from the
bottom case and the snap tabs, catching the latch button on the outside of the
bottom case.
1 spring
2 battery lock latch G0767
3 bottom case
4 battery lock latch G0767

5 spring
6 battery-latch release button
Replacing the Battery Latches

1. Snap in the new latch button from behind the bottom case, making certain that
the snap tabs are fully engaged in the latch.
NOTE: The battery latch release has springs and should be installed on the
bottom case.
2. Ensure that the newly installed latch moves smoothly and freely when pushed
and released.

System Board: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
System Board
Removing the System Board

Replacing the System Board
Removing the System Board

outlets.

6. Remove the keyboard tray.
8. Remove the memory module.
9. Remove the Mini PCI card, if present.
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10. Remove the modem card, if present.
11. Remove the three M2 x 4-mm screws that secure the system board to the
bottom case.
NOTE: Each system board screw has an arrow beside it.
1 system board see Mini RSL

3 status light (LED) cable

4 ZIF connector
12. Disconnect the left and right speakers from their system board connectors.
13. Disconnect the reserve battery connector from the system board connector.
14. Disconnect the Bluetooth cable from the system board, if a Bluetooth™ device is
present.
15. Lift the ZIF connector, and remove the status light (LED) cable from its ZIF
connector on the system board.
16. Lift the system board up, from the right side, and out of the bottom case.
Replacing the System Board

1. Place the system board in the bottom case.
NOTE: Route cables so that they will not be crimped or pinched when the
complete assembly is put back together.

1 wireless antenna
2. Reconnect all the cables to the system board ZIF connectors.
3. Reinstall the three M2 x 4-mm screws that secure the system board to the
bottom case.
NOTE: After replacing the system board, enter the computer Service Tag into
the BIOS of the replacement system board.

Flashing the BIOS: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
Flashing the BIOS

To update the basic input/output system (BIOS):
1. Go to support.dell.com. If this is your first time to use the website, complete

the
one-time registration.
2. Enter the Service Tag for your computer or select the appropriate Dell™
computer.
Click Go.
3. Click Downloads.
4. Select the appropriate operating system and language for your computer.
5. Select the FlashBIOS Updates download category.
Click Go.
6. Click the BIOS link and follow the instructions to download the BIOS to your
computer.
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Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
Pin Assignments for I/O Connectors

Pin Assignments for the Computer

Pin Assignments for the Media Base
Pin Assignments for the Computer
USB Connector 2.0
Pin Signal
1 VCC
2 Data-
3 Data+
4 GND
Video Connector
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Pin Signal Pin Signal
1 RED 9 CRT_VCC
2 GREEN 10 GND
3 BLUE 11 NC
4 NC 12 DAT_DDC2
5 GND 13 HSYNC
6 GND 14 VSYNC
7 GND 15 CLK_DDC2
8 GND
IEEE 1394 Connector
1 TPB-
2 TPB+
3 TPA-
4 TPA+

Dell D/Bay Connector
1 USB_VCC 6 SMB_DAT
2 USB_D- 7 MODPRES#
3 USB_D+ 8 SMB_CLK
4 USB_GND 9 GND
5 PWR_SRC
Pin Assignments for the Media Base
Docking Connector

1 DCK3_DOCK_IN2* 2 USB3_P2+
3 SYS_DCIN* 4 USB3_P2-
5 VDC 6 GND
7 VDC 8 VGA3_RED
9 VDC 10 VGA3_GREEN
11 KBC3_ADID_CLK 12 VGA3_BLUE
13 GND 14 VGA5_DDCD
15 PIO3_SLCT 16 VGA5_DDCC
17 PIO3_AUTOFD* 18 VGA5_HSYNC
19 PIO3_ERROR* 20 VGA5_VSYNC
21 PIO3_INIT* 22 GND
23 PIO3_SLCTIN* 24 KBC3_EJECT*
25 GND 26 DCK3_RST*
27 PIO3_PD0 28 BATTB_PRES*
29 PIO3_PD1 30 BAT3_VOLTB
31 PIO3_PD2 32 KBC3_CHGENB
33 PIO3_PD3 34 KBC3_DCHGENB
35 PIO3_PD4 36 DCHGOUTB
37 PIO3_PD5 38 DBAT3_SMDATA
39 PIO3_PD6 40 DBAT3_SMCLK
41 PIO3_PD7 42 KBC3_DCKPWRON
43 PIO3_STROBE* 44 GND
45 PIO3_ACT* 46 PS25_KCLK
47 PIO3_BUSY 48 PS25_KDATA
49 PIO3_PE 50 PS25_MCLK
51 GND 52 PS25_MDATA
53 SIO3_DTR1* 54 P2.5V_LAN

55 SIO3_TXD1* 56 KBC3_
57 SIO3_RTS1* 58 GND
59 SIO3_CTS1* 60 AUD3_SPDIF
61 SIO3_R11* 62 DCK3_PWRSW*
63 SIO3_DSR1* 64 D_HP_IN
65 SIO3_DSR1* 66 CHP3_USBIDE_RST*
67 SIO3_DCD1* 68 DCK_VOLUP*
69 DCK_NICOMVDC 70 KBC3_
71 GND 72 GND*
73 LAN3_DCK_TRD2N 74 LAN3_DCK_TRD3N
75 LAN3_DCK_TRD2P 76 LAN3_DCK_TRD3P
77 LAN3_DCK_TRD0N 78 LAN3_DCK_TRD1N
79 LAN3_DCK_TRD0P 80 LAN3_DCK_TRD1P
81 GND 82 GND
83 PWRON_CHG 84 DCK3_LANACT*
85 DCK_VOLDN* 86 100M_LED*
87 GND 88 10M_LED*
89 USB3_P6- 90 USB3_P4+
91 USB3_P6+ 92 USB3_P4-
93 GND 94 MOD_PRES*
95 1394_TPB- 96 1394_TPA-
97 1394_TPB+ 98 1394_TPA+
99 DCK_DETECT* 100 DCK3_DOCK_IN1*
PS/2 Connector

Pin Signal
1 DAT_KBD
2 DAT_SM1
3 GND
4 PS2VCC
5 CLK_KBD
6 CLK_SM1
Parallel Connector
1 STRB*/5V 10 ACK*/DRV*
2 PD0/INDEX* 11 BUSY/MTR*
3 PD1/TRK0* 12 PE/WDATA*
4 PD2/WP* 13 SLCT/WGATE*
5 PD3/RDATA* 14 AUTOFD*

6 PD4/DSKCHG* 15 ERROR*/HDSEL*
7 PD5F 16 INIT*/DIR*
8 PD6F 17 SLCT_IN/*STEP*
9 PD7F 18-25 GND
Video Connector
1 RED 9 CRT_VCC
2 GREEN 10 GND
3 BLUE 11 NC
4 NC 12 DAT_DDC2
5 GND 13 HSYNC
6 GND 14 VSYNC
7 GND 15 CLK_DDC2
8 GND
Serial Connector

1 DCD* 6 DSR*
2 RXDA 7 RTS*
3 TXDA 8 CTS*
4 DTR* 9 RI*
5 GND
IEEE 1394 Connector
1 TPB-
2 TPB+
3 TPA-
4 TPA+
USB Connector 2.0 (2)

Pin Signal
1 VCC
2 Data-
3 Data+
4 GND

Mini Recommended Spares List: Dell Latitude X300 Service Manual
Mini Recommended Spares List

NOTE: The part numbers listed below are subject to change.
Bottom Plastics Assembly
G0767 battery latch kit

H0163 bottom LCD-cover assembly
H0164 memory door
T2913 bottom plastics assembly
(TAA-compliant)
U2737 bottom plastics assembly
(non-TAA version)
Power
H2569 power cord, US, 0.9 m (3 ft)

5U092 AC power brick only, 65 W
X0789 external battery charger kit,
includes power cord
H0286 rubber strap for power cord
management
M0270 primary battery 4 cell, 14.8
V, lithium
Y0037 external battery 8 cell
W2662 reserve battery
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CD, CD-RW
C0924 24X CD
D0727 24X CD-RW
DVD
K2232 2X, DVD+RW, D-module

R1695 8X DVD, SFX
U1038 4X DVD+RW, D-module
Y1565 24X CD-RW/DVD Combo
Floppy Drive
1R159 floppy drive, D-module
Hard Drive and Accessories
N2902 20-G HDD

N2903 30-G HDD
U2407 40-G HDD (5400 RPM)
T2445 60-G HDD (5400 RPM)
Fan
D2589 fan
Keyboard
5Y730 keyboard, US

Hinges
G0810 left hinge cover

H0192 right hinge cover
J0045 12.1 LCD hinge up assembly
Memory
3Y180 128-MB DIMM

3Y182 256-MB DIMM
0K963 512-MB DIMM
7N020 1-G DIMM
Modem
Y0231 56-K V2 internal modem
System Board
T2907 system-board service kit,

1.2 GHz, (non-TAA version
U2733 system-board service kit,
1.2 GHz (TAA compliant)
Wireless
2U381 Bluetooth™ module, internal

9Y200 Intel® Pro 2100 802.11b
H0294 PCMCIA dummy card blank
insert

J0846 TM1300, 802.11b/g

N0498 Intel 2.4 GHz
Screws
2013T M2 x 3-mm screw

6K709 M2 x 5.5-mm screw
6R788 M2 x L4 screw
7T775 M3 x 5-mm screw
8T707 M2 x 6-mm screw
98MKC M2 x 4-mm screw
Speaker
7C552 speaker, 1 each, left or right
Palm Rest Assembly
G0808 palm rest assembly

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Dell™ Latitude™ X300 Service Manual

Notes, Notices, and Cautions

NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to hardware or loss of

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property damage,

Information in this document is subject to change without notice.

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Before You Begin

● You have performed the steps in "Shutting Down Your Computer."

● Small flat-blade screwdriver

● Small plastic scribe

● Flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD

Shutting Down Your Computer

NOTICE: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your

2. Shut down the computer.

5. Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.

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7. Remove any installed PC Cards from the PC Card slot.

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1 battery latch release (2) G0767

11. Remove any installed modules, including a second battery, if installed.

12. Remove the hard drive.

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Screw Identification Placemat

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Keyboard: Palm Rest:

Display Assembly: Keyboard Tray:

Hard Drive: System Board:

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Modem Card: Cooling Fan:

Speakers: Bluetooth™ Module

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When to Use the Dell Diagnostics

When to Use the Dell Diagnostics

The Dell Diagnostics allows you to:

● Perform tests on one or all devices.

● Select tests based on a symptom of the problem you are having.

● Choose how many times a test is run.

● Suspend testing if an error is detected.

● Access help information that describes the tests and devices.

● Receive error messages if problems are detected.

Starting the Dell Diagnostics

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It is recommended that you print these procedures before you begin.

NOTE: If your computer cannot display a screen image, contact Dell.

1. Shut down the computer.

3. Connect the computer to an electrical outlet.

4. Turn on the computer. When the DELL™ logo appears, press

● During the assessment, answer any questions that appear.

● If a failure is detected, the computer stops and beeps. To stop the

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● If failures are detected during the Pre-boot System Assessment, write

If the Pre-boot System Assessment completes successfully, you receive the

Dell Diagnostics Main Menu

2. If a problem is encountered during a test, a message appears with an error code

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Owner's Manual for contact information.

The Dell Diagnostics obtains configuration information for all devices

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